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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Indigenous Canada by University of Alberta

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About the Course

Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada. From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores complex experiences Indigenous peoples face today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. Topics for the 12 lessons include the fur trade and other exchange relationships, land claims and environmental impacts, legal systems and rights, political conflicts and alliances, Indigenous political activism, and contemporary Indigenous life, art and its expressions....

Top reviews

VK

Feb 24, 2021

Excdellent course! I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to learn the material presented. Thanks you so much! All the work that was evident in putting this course together was worth the effort!

MJ

Dec 9, 2020

Thanks for teaching me a lot about indigenous history in Canada. I am inspired to learn more. I just finished Chelsea Vowel’s book, Indigenous Writes and I’m currently reading the summary of the RCAP.

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By Chelsea W

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Jun 9, 2018

The only complaint I have is that some of the material was dry and presented in a very lecture based way. I think that there could have been more imagery to engage the listener.

By JANICE S

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Jul 30, 2024

This was a great introduction to the historical events that have caused issues for indigenous nations once the settler arrived and current issues which persist in modern times.

By Brandon L

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Apr 21, 2021

Enlightening course on the history of Canada and Indigenous people. Should be part of the curriculum for all Canadians. Only wish there were more visual aides in the teachings.

By Jennifer D

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Jan 3, 2023

Overall great course. I would have liked to see more information on the current impacts and information what is happening now as well as opportunities to help initiate change.

By sheri s

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Aug 6, 2021

I think anytime we get a better understanding of a community of people, the world is a better place. i enjoyed the course. Thank you to those who put the time in to create it.

By Nicole A

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Dec 9, 2020

Good course. I learned more about the history of our country and its people. I now have a better appreciation for what our FIrst Nations have experienced. Well worth the time.

By Deleted A

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Nov 8, 2020

Thanks. I really appreciate the opportunity Indigenous Canada gave me to learn about indigenous issues in Canada from an indigenous perspective. I found this very informative.

By Jamie D

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Sep 14, 2020

I thought this course was an excellent introduction to the First Peoples of Canada, and was very impressed at the scope (not an easy feat, given how many nations there are!).

By Andrew J

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Jul 9, 2019

Very effective learning methods including great videos! Helped me greatly to improve my understanding and awareness of Indigenous issues in Canada, the history etc. Thanks!

By Uschi M

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Nov 30, 2021

A very interesting, informative course on the history and also the current situation of indigenous people in Canada. Glad to have joined you. Thank you for all your efforts!

By Cecilia G M

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Dec 28, 2020

The content is good. I wish they touch some more on the contemporary issues and ways of interconnecting western knowledge and indigenous knowledge to address current issues.

By Ian K

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Sep 4, 2020

As a new immigrant to Canada, this course has really opened up my understanding of a lot of issues that I was ignorant of regarding the Aboriginal people. Thank you so much

By MYA B

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Feb 19, 2025

I learned a lot and appreciated the content - I think some content may need to be updated (as current events may have an impact). Some modules need better video editing.

By Kim H

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Sep 10, 2024

Excellent Course. Would love to learn about more of the solutions that are being applied today to the current and past issues. Besides that, it is an excellent course!

By Judy M

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Nov 7, 2022

module 9 questions were not that easy to figure out , the way the wording was it made the questions more difficult

otherwise a informative course. I have learned alot .

By Jamie C

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Apr 22, 2022

Clear and wide knowledge of Canadian Indignous cultures & histories; like drinking from a firehouse - but excellent course and material in a very well laid out program.

By Emmanuel M

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Oct 28, 2020

I really enjoyed the class and material. Presentations and participants were truly informative, deep and inspiring.

I will have to go back to it to get everything I can.

By Peter M M

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Nov 15, 2022

Overall, a great course with an important message for all settlers. I'd love to see this course get funded to take it to the next level of education and interactivity.

By Sandy

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Sep 19, 2021

Very informative and flexible schedule/workload. Every Canadian should be taught this to help counter the systematic racism embedded in Canada's history and policies.

By Hannah B

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Aug 25, 2022

I got a greater depth of understanding for Indigenous Canadians through this lesson and highly recommend for anyone looking to further their knowledge on the subject.

By Karla F

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Jul 23, 2021

Really valuable course, with lots of important perspectives and reframings. It might be time for an update? So many developments in the country since it was written.

By Jacob B

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Nov 24, 2020

Educational and, I believe, very important to teach to youth to form a better worldview of the country we live in. Gives understanding to Canada's roots and origins.

By Angela K

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Oct 13, 2022

I really enjoyed the course, it was very educational, and put together very well. However, I feel the vocabularey used was a bit wordy at times and hard to follow.

By April L

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Dec 9, 2020

Great course, great starting place for self education. Everyone should really take this course to better understand Indigenous culture, traditions, art, and beliefs

By Bonnie J

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Dec 14, 2021

Thank you for making this course available. Having it online and free is an amazing opportunity. I have learned a lot and it encourages me to seek out much more.